Associate Attorney - Design and Construction Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with at least five years of experience to join its Design Professional and Construction Groups in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a variety of civil litigation matters with sophisticated clients.

Duties

• Handle civil litigation cases in construction and professional liability defense.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate with a national team on complex legal matters.
• Engage in direct client interaction and assume significant responsibility.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in civil litigation, specifically in construction litigation or professional liability defense.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Illinois.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Motivated to work in a busy national practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Outstanding writing and research abilities.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Initiative and responsibility in handling legal matters.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Collegial and collaborative work environment.
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs.
• Competitive compensation and annual bonus programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), health insurance, and paid parental leave.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.